“Hard Target 2” is a 2016 American action film directed by Roel Reiné. It is a direct-to-video sequel to the 1993 film “Hard Target,” directed by John Woo.
The movie follows the story of Wes Baylor (played by Scott Adkins), a mixed martial artist lured into a deadly game of human hunting in the jungles of Myanmar. The plot unfolds as Wes Baylor, seeking redemption and a fresh start, agrees to participate in a high-stakes fighting tournament in Southeast Asia.
However, he soon becomes the target of a group of wealthy hunters who pay to track and kill human prey for sport. Forced into a brutal and unforgiving survival challenge, Baylor must rely on his martial arts skills and instincts to outwit and defeat his relentless pursuers.
“Hard Target 2” explores themes of survival, betrayal, and the moral implications of extreme violence for entertainment. The film features intense action sequences, including hand-to-hand combat, chase scenes through dense jungles, and tactical battles against heavily armed adversaries.
